A hike to Switzerland The hike to Switzerland is a favourite for many pupils. It’s also the most challenging for many. The hike is the ideal distance and gradient to challenge pupils but also gives us plenty of time to enjoy the beautiful landscape and learn about the environment as
One step at a time Hard work, perseverance, team work and a ‘one step at a time’ mentality is what got this groups of students to the top of the glorious Col. Each group is different. Each has their own dynamics, gels differently and each has their own experience. How
We caught some teachers enjoying themselves this summer… Hanging out with each other Relaxing in kayaks Posing for photos And taking well deserved breaks
I’ve thought long and hard about creating a company that has a positive impact for our customer and the environment. Here are my thoughts on our biggest challenge on our environmental impact. – Tackle the big problem first Travel is by far the biggest emitter of our trips and flights
Getting more from Adventure Each pupil gets an Adventure Notebook during our trips. They are for them to write down their thoughts, ideas and reflections on the various topics we work through during the week. The topics are: Leadership & Followership Mind Hygiene Adventure Skills Type 2 Fun (resilience) Here
Adventure, cultural visits & French language We are chuffed to read what these pupils had to say about their trip with us. King’s Hall pupils did a week of adventure activities, cultural visits and French language classes. HERE is the original blog on the school site HERE is a photo
UPDATE: Due to injury we are looking for a last minute Adventure Rep to work 27th June to 1st July. Training would start this week so get in touch ASAP We are looking for a team of Adventure Reps to entertain, excite and look after our school groups in Morzine
Study first to show how natural environments keep negative feelings at bay A new study has found that being in nature helps people deal with negative body image by removing some of the triggers of body image anxiety, such as the focus on social media, and strengthening coping mechanisms to
‘Let them be kids!’ Is ‘free-range’ parenting the key to healthier, happier children? This article prompted thoughts. It’s a tough but important balance between providing high quality, safe, organised outdoor and adventure experiences that deliver outcomes (and value) schools and parents want AND just letting kids play and roam outdoors
Surrey wildlife experts gives our pupils a day to remember As part of our UK-based Adventure Education Courses we managed to secure old friend and conservationist Ross Packman from The Surrey Hills Wildlife Trust to come along and do a ‘Surrey Hills Wildlife Safari’ (well, that’s what we are calling
Looking for outdoor education work? We are looking for outdoor education enthusiasts to work on a contract & freelance basis to deliver to schools over the summer term 2021 (April to July). Most bookings are in the Surrey Hills or within an hours drive. The outdoor education work… You’ll be
Injecting outdoor pursuits into winter View this post on Instagram A post shared by Alpine Adventure Education (@beventuresome_trips) Audio Only Version You can see more video updates HERE
A pondering in COVID times View this post on Instagram A post shared by Alpine Adventure Education (@beventuresome_trips) Audio only version You can see all video more video updates HERE
Why the outdoor residential sector is so vulnerable View this post on Instagram A post shared by Alpine Adventure Education (@beventuresome_trips) Audio only version You can see all video more video updates HERE
The basic’s of ski touring kit View this post on Instagram A post shared by Alpine Adventure Education (@beventuresome_trips) To follow on from the video last week about my new found joy of ski touring, this a quick and basic run down of how the kit differs from normal ski
